Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Dear Carol: The one thing that I am doing is praying that this war doesn't last too long and that Saddam leaves Iraq. Please, everyone pray with me. Love to everyone. Anjillah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Carol, We have a good supply of food & meds in the house. We have some very dear Mormon friends who started us on that years ago. I don't worry about us old folks (Ron and me) so much as I do our kids & grandbabies. My sil, Duane, said last night that " if they bomb us, I am just going to sit on the front porch in a lawn chair and watch the fireworks. " He says he doesn't see the point in people " hiding in bomb shelters and caves, only to come out to 12-eyed mutants walking around tryiing to find food. " Maybe he's got a good point. As for me, I am just going to give thanks for today and not worry about tomorrow. Judi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Part of the terrorism is to feed our fears. Duck tape and plastic on the windows will do nothing, but for some it is a false sense of security. Myself - I have placed my fears in God¹s hands. Fear will make me flare even worse than I already am. What will be, will be and none of us here can change anything. The best thing we can do is to have a good food supply in our homes, but I do that year round anyway. I¹ve always bought quantities of things on sale that I use regularly and just rotate them. I used to joke that we could live for a year on the stockpile. It¹s not a joking matter anymore and I pray it is not needed. My husband as a cabinet maker has several respirators that he uses when he paints. I feel the same as Duane. If it¹s so bad that we have no food and chemicals have destroyed our growing grounds, there is no hiding. So I just pray to God that our men and woman that are protecting us strike before we are struck. I have faith in our military and all the people that are protecting us. a > Carol, > > We have a good supply of food & meds in the house. We have some very > dear Mormon friends who started us on that years ago. I don't worry > about us old folks (Ron and me) so much as I do our kids & > grandbabies. My sil, Duane, said last night that " if they bomb us, I > am just going to sit on the front porch in a lawn chair and watch the > fireworks. " He says he doesn't see the point in people " hiding in > bomb shelters and caves, only to come out to 12-eyed mutants walking > around tryiing to find food. " Maybe he's got a good point. As for > me, I am just going to give thanks for today and not worry about > tomorrow. > > Judi > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Hi Carol, First off, I certainly wouldn't worry. I would recommend having enough medication, food and some bottled water around. You may also want to put gas in your vehicles if prices spike. I really don't think duct tape would do any good. Anyway, my two cents... Hope you are well. Love and hugs, Alan > I have a question for everyone: As our country readies itself for war, > are there any special things we should be doing to be prepared in case > of a terrorist threat? > > I was just mulling over in my mind that I probably want to make sure I > have at least a couple of weeks worth of medication at home. We aren't > using duct tape and plastic or anything, but we do have some industrial > masks. Not that I'm against having the duct tape and plastic sheeting, > we just haven't had time to do something like that. > > I'm just curious as to everyone else's thoughts on the subject. > > Love to all, > > > > Carol > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Yes Carol, I live about 30 mins from NY. I live in Linden, NJ. I just pray that they don't hit NY again and hope that they don't hit any part of the US. I hope Saddam gives up and leaves Iraq so our young people can come home and so the innocent people of Iraq can live too. I would like to see Saddam in a Psychiatric Institution for the criminally insane too. Love to all, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Actually I'm a Mormon, and we have our food storage pretty well under control, LOL. I just wasn't sure about medications. I was even wondering if I should fill one refill of antibiotics, so I have them on hand, just in case? I think the concern for me is in 1) running out of meds and 2) my suppressed immune system. I take for granted all the food we have, LOL. After a while, it becomes a way of life. I hope you and Ron feel better soon. Lots of love, Carol [ ] Re: Preparedness Carol, We have a good supply of food & meds in the house. We have some very dear Mormon friends who started us on that years ago. I don't worry about us old folks (Ron and me) so much as I do our kids & grandbabies. My sil, Duane, said last night that " if they bomb us, I am just going to sit on the front porch in a lawn chair and watch the fireworks. " He says he doesn't see the point in people " hiding in bomb shelters and caves, only to come out to 12-eyed mutants walking around tryiing to find food. " Maybe he's got a good point. As for me, I am just going to give thanks for today and not worry about tomorrow. Judi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Oh, , I'll be praying with you. I think Saddam leaving Iraq would be the BEST thing that could happen right now. We've also been praying for wisdom for our government leaders, and safety for our troops as well as for innocent citizens of Iraq. How have you been doing? Don't you live close to NY? Lots of love, Carol Re: [ ] Preparedness Dear Carol: The one thing that I am doing is praying that this war doesn't last too long and that Saddam leaves Iraq. Please, everyone pray with me. Love to everyone. Anjillah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Hi Alan, I really don't feel worried. I was more curious what's going through everyone's mind. After all, I live in Orlando - hardly a target. I agree about the duct tape. It seems pretty futile, and that's probably why we haven't bothered. I hadn't thought of the gas in the car, though. How are you feeling, Alan? Last time I heard from you, you were flaring. Are you doing better? Love, Carol [ ] Re: Preparedness Hi Carol, First off, I certainly wouldn't worry. I would recommend having enough medication, food and some bottled water around. You may also want to put gas in your vehicles if prices spike. I really don't think duct tape would do any good. Anyway, my two cents... Hope you are well. Love and hugs, Alan > I have a question for everyone: As our country readies itself for war, > are there any special things we should be doing to be prepared in case > of a terrorist threat? > > I was just mulling over in my mind that I probably want to make sure I > have at least a couple of weeks worth of medication at home. We aren't > using duct tape and plastic or anything, but we do have some industrial > masks. Not that I'm against having the duct tape and plastic sheeting, > we just haven't had time to do something like that. > > I'm just curious as to everyone else's thoughts on the subject. > > Love to all, > > > > Carol > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2003 Report Share Posted March 18, 2003 Hi Carol, That's good. I am glad you're not worried. My health has been pretty bad. You'll probably come across my " venting " post from earlier. I don't think the Humira is going to work for me and I am in quite a bit of discomfort. Just can't get comfortable at all no matter how much I shift around. My right hip and knee joints feel like they want to pop. Mind you, I have been at work since 6:45 but it's usually very manageable. Plus, the fatigue is back. I usually get home, eat dinner and start crashing. Not fun at all. I am also going to South Florida at the end of the month. Any travel advice? Our " circus " is rolling into town via Minivan. I know you've become a pro at road trips so I thought I would ask. How are you doing? I hope better. I know you've been having a tough time of it and want you to know that I think and pray for you often. Thanks for being such a dear sweet friend. Love you, Alan > > I have a question for everyone: As our country readies itself for > war, > > are there any special things we should be doing to be prepared in > case > > of a terrorist threat? > > > > I was just mulling over in my mind that I probably want to make > sure I > > have at least a couple of weeks worth of medication at home. We > aren't > > using duct tape and plastic or anything, but we do have some > industrial > > masks. Not that I'm against having the duct tape and plastic > sheeting, > > we just haven't had time to do something like that. > > > > I'm just curious as to everyone else's thoughts on the subject. > > > > Love to all, > > > > > > > > Carol > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2003 Report Share Posted March 19, 2003 Hi Alan, I think I've earned my honorary PhD in road trip-ology after this last one, LOL. I do have a couple of hints. If you don't have a TV in your back seat, the next best thing is audio books. I'm not quite sure what the family oriented offerings are, but they make the time fly. I had about 14 hours worth of audio books, and it saved my sanity. Costco had the best price I was able to find. As far as driving with RA, I've said it before but I have a power inverter and use my heating pad and it really helps me a lot. Another alternative is the Theracare disposable heating pads. I also have a small ace bandage so if my hand starts hurting, I can wrap it. Make sure you take breaks, and walk around and stretch. With the family, I think the best advice is to keep your sense of humor and have a good time! Love you, Carol [ ] Re: Preparedness Hi Carol, That's good. I am glad you're not worried. My health has been pretty bad. You'll probably come across my " venting " post from earlier. I don't think the Humira is going to work for me and I am in quite a bit of discomfort. Just can't get comfortable at all no matter how much I shift around. My right hip and knee joints feel like they want to pop. Mind you, I have been at work since 6:45 but it's usually very manageable. Plus, the fatigue is back. I usually get home, eat dinner and start crashing. Not fun at all. I am also going to South Florida at the end of the month. Any travel advice? Our " circus " is rolling into town via Minivan. I know you've become a pro at road trips so I thought I would ask. How are you doing? I hope better. I know you've been having a tough time of it and want you to know that I think and pray for you often. Thanks for being such a dear sweet friend. Love you, Alan > > I have a question for everyone: As our country readies itself for > war, > > are there any special things we should be doing to be prepared in > case > > of a terrorist threat? > > > > I was just mulling over in my mind that I probably want to make > sure I > > have at least a couple of weeks worth of medication at home. We > aren't > > using duct tape and plastic or anything, but we do have some > industrial > > masks. Not that I'm against having the duct tape and plastic > sheeting, > > we just haven't had time to do something like that. > > > > I'm just curious as to everyone else's thoughts on the subject. > > > > Love to all, > > > > > > > > Carol > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 19, 2003 Report Share Posted March 19, 2003 Hi Carol, I am sure you have earned your PhD, especially with your last trip. Yes, we have a tv with vcr and dvd player. Battling with the kids over it is another thing. That's why God made Ambien.. I also have a power inverter and will being my heating pads with me. That's a great idea. I will also take frequent breaks to stretch and loosen up. It's nice that we are going where it's warmer. That should help too. Thanks again for the advice Carol. I appreciate it! Love you, Alan > > > I have a question for everyone: As our country readies itself > for > > war, > > > are there any special things we should be doing to be prepared in > > case > > > of a terrorist threat? > > > > > > I was just mulling over in my mind that I probably want to make > > sure I > > > have at least a couple of weeks worth of medication at home. We > > aren't > > > using duct tape and plastic or anything, but we do have some > > industrial > > > masks. Not that I'm against having the duct tape and plastic > > sheeting, > > > we just haven't had time to do something like that. > > > > > > I'm just curious as to everyone else's thoughts on the subject. > > > > > > Love to all, > > > > > > > > > > > > Carol > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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